8.16.2010

Shawl Collared Cowl

My latest pattern is now available!

Get ready for Autumn with the Shawl Collared Cowl! A simple idea with an added twist.

I think that shawl collars are so flattering and they keep your neck very warm. Since a cowl's sole purpose is to keep your neck warm, I think its a wonderful pairing. It's both practical and attractive.

Also, I love buttons. And since this cowl only takes 3, its a perfect way for you to

show off some special buttons that you have been saving.

As you can see from the below photos, this piece can be worn a few different ways.

I think it looks wonderful under a jacket.

Or here is an example of the collar worn flipped out rather than folded down.

This cowl is knit with bulky yarn and only takes a few evenings to finish.

I think it would make a great quick-to-knit gift!

Will Autumn come already so that I can wear mine?

Here is some pattern information for those of you interested in making a

Shawl Collared Cowl of your very own:

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Length: approx 26.5 inches from end to end after blocking

Width: measures approx 10 inches at deepest point of center including unfolded collar.

This pattern calls for the use of short rows, which seems to be a technique that I am using more and more in my patterns. I just love them. Once you get the hang of them, they are very easy. The pattern contains detailed instructions for how to execute this technique.

One great thing is that the short rows all fall in the garter stitch section of the collar. So there is no need to pick up and knit your wraps later. That saves a lot of time.

This pattern was knit out of Misti Alpaca Chunky which if you haven't used before, is wonderful wonderful stuff! Its super soft and cushy and WARM. This color that is pictured is called Cimarron. I didn't plan this, but doesn't this color perfectly match the models eyes and hair? Wow, didn't that coordinate well!

41 comments:

I do agree that Julie is the perfect model for this cowl! Not only do we all love her and her blog, but the pictures with this cowl and her hair color were simply meant to be! I love the part when you say that this cowl is perfect to show some special buttons. Beautiful and very versatile! Congratulations!

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Just a quick note to let folks know that Jimmy Beans Wool will be knitting up a version of this in the new JBW exclusive Landscape colors. Here's the link to them when they go on sale soon!Landscape Collection

Just finished my second of three of this pattern. i used a brushed alpaca. While being incredibly luscious and soft the yarns could have been of a little firmer variety for this pattern. I love the copper and black button that I found at JoAnn's to go with this. I soooo love this pattern. :)

This is beautiful! I was wondering if there was a similar yarn (one more readily available) that would be comparable to use. Also, what level of skill is required for this. I'm pretty good on picking stuff up, but i don't want to start something i won't know how to finish.